Scheme Development Underwriter

Joining a business with a modern, data driven approach as Scheme Development Underwriter will move your career forwards. You’ll fly in the in a role allowing you to own and manage your portfolio, its growth and your own plan.

The role sits within a schemes division known for its success and its market reputation. This is an opportunity to build on a set of established, profitable schemes and further develop a high-performing portfolio.

Location: Colchester (Hybrid Working)

Benefits:

• £45,000 – £60,000 + 15% bonus (with multipliers for over performance)
• Double-matched pension
• BUPA private medical & dental
• Sharesave scheme
• Life assurance & critical illness cover
• Sabbaticals & extra holiday for tenure
• Working for a modern firm using new techniques, strategies and tech to drive growth
• Joining a market leader in schemes and specialist insurance

The Schemes Development Underwriter Role:

• Build and maintain strong broker relationships to develop profitable schemes.
• Underwrite new and existing business on both a case-by-case basis and at account level.
• Monitor and manage your portfolio, identifying opportunities and making strategic adjustments.
• Refine and evolve underwriting guides to remain competitive.
• Lead broker workshops to share insights and strengthen underwriting knowledge.
• Ensure governance, compliance, and efficiency in underwriting practices.
• Take ownership of delivering profitable growth and a high-performing portfolio.

What We Are Looking For:

• Proven experience as an underwriter, ideally within commercial lines or schemes.
• Strong track record of building and managing broker relationships.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Confidence in managing a portfolio and driving performance improvements.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work independently.

What You’ll Get:

• £45,000 – £60,000 salary + 15% bonus (with multipliers for overperformance).
• Comprehensive benefits, including pension, medical, and lifestyle perks.
• Modern Colchester office with advanced tech and systems.
• Hybrid working model for flexibility and collaboration.

If you’re ready to take the next step as a Schemes Development Underwriter, we want to hear from you – please apply or contact:

David Colesby – 07794 926 560 / david.colesby@strideresource.com

Mark Holloway – 07450 201 950 / mark.holloway@strideresource.com